Bristol Myers Squibb · 14 hours ago
Supplier Quality Manager
Devens, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$105K/yr - $128K/yr
6+ years expBristol Myers Squibb is a company dedicated to transforming patients' lives through science. The Supplier Quality Manager will oversee vendor qualification and management, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements, while also managing material qualifications and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Subject Matter Expert (SME) and / or Local Process Owner (LPO) for Vendor Qualification and Management. Manage lifecycle activities of qualification and routine oversight of GMP and GDP vendors. This includes assessing new vendors, developing and revising Quality Agreements, providing input to the vendor risk assessment and audit program, and maintaining accurate data within the Approved Vendor List in the electronic Supplier Quality Management system
Subject Matter Expert and / or Local Process Owner for Material Qualification and Management. Manage the lifecycle activities of materials used for the manufacture of drug substance, which involves material qualification, maintenance / control, reduced testing, and direct dispensing
Conduct timely impact assessment of supplier change notifications and ensure actions are prioritized and driven to completion utilizing the change management system to ensure business continuity
Facilitate nonconformance reporting and resolution via Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR), deviation, and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) as appropriate related to materials or services provided by vendors
Manage the process for quality oversight of on-site service vendors, collaborating closely with cross-functional partners that frequently engage these service vendors, such as Facilities & Engineering
As LPO or SME maintain site readiness for regulatory inspections and interact with inspectors in response to requests as required
Collaborate within the Supplier QA team, cross-functionally, and with Global Process Owners to continuously improve processes, innovate, and contribute to predictive compliance
Support external audits as needed
Perform quality review and approval of functional area documents including Standard Operation Procedures, technical documents, risk assessments, reports, agreements, and qualifications
Coordinate and lead meetings with site stakeholders, other network sites, and external partners concerning vendor and material management programs, including discussions, negotiations, and dispute resolution
Qualification
Required
Knowledge obtained through formal education resulting in a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in a field such as science, engineering, biochemistry, or a related discipline, or a suitable combination of education, experience, and training
A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience within a regulated environment, including at least 4 years concentrated on product quality, is essential
Comprehensive knowledge of cGMP regulations and guidelines in the US and EU
Familiarity with Quality Risk Management principles
Proficient understanding of electronic Quality Management Systems such as TrackWise or Veeva/Infinity
Prior work experience where attention to detail and personal accountability were crucial to success
Experience collaborating in a team-oriented environment with a diverse group of individuals
Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills are required
Preferred
Experience in managing the quality of suppliers providing raw materials, consumables and services for biologics bulk drug substance manufacturing is highly preferred
Benefits
Health Coverage Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Paid Time Off
US Exempt Employees flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
Company
Bristol Myers Squibb
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$29.32BKey Investors
Venrock
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $5.74B
2024-02-14Post Ipo Debt· $13B
2023-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
Leadership Team
Charles Bancroft
CFO
Cristian Massacesi
Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer and Head of Development
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